The Premise
If you’ve not been following the Horizon story so far, let’s break down what you should expect from its narrative and gameplay. This is an open-world action-RPG game, set in a future where humanity as we know it has vanished, and nature has reclaimed the earth. In place of the mysterious “Old Ones,” the last remnants of humanity live in scattered tribes, sharing the land with menacing, robot animals.
Our protagonist, Aloy, isn’t satisfied with this life, however. She’s propelled away from her tribe by questions about her mother and the earth’s history. As she journeys in search of answers, she learns to face off against the varied beasts of the land, and so will you. Combat is fiery with a hint of strategic requirement, as each machine carries its own behaviors and weaknesses. Using Aloy’s bow, scanning tool, traps, and more, you’ll be taking down everything from peaceful grazers to metal T-rex monsters equipped with missile launchers. Eventually, you’ll dive deeper into the world’s lore and Aloy’s place within it, but that’s all we can say for now.
